Rishikesh Rounding Retreat 2025

Journey to spiritual India, deepen your meditation experience, and discover the uniqueness of this beautiful part of the world.

APRIL 2025 - dates to be confirmed

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An exploration of the inner and outer worlds

After our wonderfully successful Rishikesh Rounding Retreat in 2024, we can't wait to venture back to India again and take you to some of our favourite spots.

We'll journey into the foothills of the Himalayas where you'll enjoy sacred ceremonies, dips in the Ganga, and a high Rounding program.

We so hope you’ll join us on our next Indian adventure together.

- Matt and Mairead 

Retreat OVERVIEW

RETREAT OVERVIEW

Land in New Delhi and meet for a quick trip to the shops to ensure we are all fit with India-appropriate attire

We'll guide you along each step of the way.

Together, ride a first-class train to Rishikesh via the spiritual town of Haridwar

Visit Maharishi’s Ashram, and Round together in the place where Maharishi taught the Beatles to meditate

Awaken your senses with a high Rounding program at a hidden ashram-turned-retreat centre in Rishikesh

Ease out slowly with a trip to meditate in a great Master's cave along the banks of the Ganga

Enjoy a day trip to Devprayag for an auspicious dip at the confluence of the two rivers that form Mother Ganga

Spend three nights at a 5-star resort in the centre of Rishikesh town with free time to explore

the retreat
of a lifetime

journey

This                    is for you if you want to:

TAKE IN THE MAGIC OF INDIA WITH TRUSTED GUIDES

visit sacred vedic sites

balance and purify your system through meditation

dive deeper into vedic wisdom

NOURISH YOURSELF WITH DELICIOUS HOMEMADE AYURVEDIC FOOD fresh from the farm

gems of india

discover the

“I've loved every retreat I've been on with Mairead and Matt. I've always felt safe, supported, and invited to discover the true nature of my being. India is going to be the crème de la crème! ”

- CARA, bmc student

$4,100

Double Occupancy, shared room

excludes international flights 

$5,500

  • International flights, Indian visa fees, medical insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips

Jump on the waitlist if you'd like to be the first in the know for our next Rishikesh Rounding Retreat. We sold out in 48hrs this year and so we expect next year's retreat to be very popular! 

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Dates to be confirmed

APRIL 2025

PRICING

excludes international flights 

Single occupancy, private room

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  • Accommodation – 1 night at a 4-star hotel in New Delhi, 4 nights in a secret ashram near Rishikesh and 3 nights at a 5-star resort in Rishikesh
  • Transport – Airport and train station pick-up/drop off, first class New Delhi → Haridwar train tickets, transport to excursions 
  • Excursions to sacred sites and ceremonies + admission fees
  • Daily vegetarian meals 
  • Daily lectures with Matt Ringrose and Pandit Baskaran 
  • Rounding Instruction and group Rounding

Prices do not include:

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Inclusions

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any prerequisites to joining this retreat?

The only prerequisite is that you have learnt Vedic Meditation. If you haven’t, please send us an email to info@bondimeditation.com.au and we’ll send you all the info on our Vedic Meditation courses.

What is Rounding?

At the start of the retreat, you will be instructed in the advanced technique of Vedic Rounding. Rounding combines a very specific sequence of yoga asanas, pranayama (breathwork) and Vedic Meditation to facilitate rapid stress release and expansion of consciousness.
 
The practice of rounding enhances your ability to experience the present moment in its fullest - allowing you to be more connected to life and open to whatever it brings you.

Do I need a visa to enter India?

There are no visas on arrival available, so you will need to obtain a tourist e-visa to enter India. Please ensure your passport is valid six months after your final day in India. Click here to secure your visa directly through the Indian government. 

How do I get from Rishikesh to New Delhi for my international flight home? 

There are a few options for return travel from Rishikesh, although this is your responsibility and the cost of this travel is excluded from the retreat fee, we can definitely assist in advising you on the best option based on your international flight departure date, location and time.

The train from Haridwar to New Dehli is a comfortable journey with a guaranteed departure and arrival time. You also have the benefit of no additional charges for your luggage. 

Internal flight from Dehradun, the nearest airport from Rishikesh, does not include luggage and can add a significant fee to your journey. The arrival time is also not guaranteed as there can be lots of delays and cancellations due to the Himalayan weather! 

The last option is a taxi at approximately $120 AUD, taking approximately 6hrs, this is a good option if you have a specific time you want to arrive in Delhi for a flight.

If you need to book an additional night stay in New Delhi please let us know and we will put you in contact with our travel agent.

What is included in the price?

  • Accommodation: 1 night at a 4-star hotel in New Delhi, 4 nights in a secret ashram near Rishikesh and 3 nights at a 5-star resort in Rishikesh
  • Airport and train station pick-up/drop off, 1st class New Delhi - Haridwar train tickets, transport to excursions 
  • Excursions to sacred sites and ceremonies + admission fees
  • Daily vegetarian meals 
  • Daily lectures with Matt Ringrose and Pandit Baskaran 
  • Rounding Instruction and group Rounding

What is NOT included in the price?

  • International flights, Indian visa fees, medical insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Return transport from Rishikesh to New Delhi

What is the cancellation policy?

All payments are non-refundable. We recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance for protection against any potential loss of fees.

What if I get Covid while I’m on retreat?

All payments are non-refundable. We recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance for protection against any potential loss of fees.

Will there be free time during the retreat to wander around Rishikesh and do shopping and site seeing?

You will have one whole day when you will have free time to wander around the town. 

other questions?

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